And while the purple colourway we tested is now sold out, it’s still avaible in a mustard knit pattern.

The hole is large enough for a free flow of liquid without messy spillage - perfect for a quick sip while walking or driving. That said, the underside of the lid does have a built-in hook for tea bags and loose-leaf tea infusers, so if you're a tea drinker who likes to take your hot tea on the go, you’ll like that feature.In light of this, and the single-use plastic hiatus – aka Plastic Free July – now encouraging us to make more eco-friendly choices, is now finally the time to start making the shift? It’s also worth choosing a durable material like stainless steel or ceramic with good insulation and a leak-proof lid if you’ll be on the go. It’s compact, features a durable metal loop for attaching to a bag or belt and is made from 90 per cent recycled food-grade stainless steel that can take the bumps of outdoor adventures. The cup has a capacity of 350 ml and is perfect for coffee, tea, or hot chocolate made with your favourite machine. Previously I had a recycled plastic keep cup which was ok but I’ve become a bit worried about microplastics when in contact with hot drinks and it was also a bit tricky to clean.

The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. The beauty of Yeti’s bottles is in the interchangeable lids, meaning the bottle works as both a water bottle and a travel mug.

The carry handle on the smartly-constructed top can be removed, revealing a thin circular opening that ensures controlled sipping. This 16-ounce stainless steel vacuum-insulated travel mug from Thermos is good, and most people would probably be content using it, but there's also nothing remarkable about it. The lid locks to avoid accidental spillage, and I accidentally left hot tea in it for 18 hours and found it still hot when I cautiously opened it again. BPA-Free is very important because it means your reusable coffee cup is free of any harmful chemicals which are found in the plastic product. Enter: Ember—the innovatively designed reusable coffee cup that is designed to keep your coffee hot and fresh for hours on end.